Parent Memo 12-10-18

December 10, 2018
Superintendent News
By Dr. Joseph Beeson
Dear Parents:
I receive a weekly update called “The Culture Translator.” The authors basically attempt to keep those of us not
completely “in tune” with modern culture up to date with issues our students are facing. I do recommend it -
though it is at time discomforting to see what our youth have to deal with each day.
Anyway, below is a recent quote from them:
“Your truth”—a phrase that’s entered our lexicon with fervor in recent months and years, thanks to people like
Oprah, the #MeToo movement, and a post-truth political climate. In fact, it’s quite a paradoxical phrase, since it
combines something that can be subjective (“your”) with something historically considered wholly non-subjective
(“truth”). But what do people mean when they say it? Are they referring to something different from “the truth”?
I want to assure you that we at Lake Center Christian School are focused on “the truth.” We believe if something
is true - then the opposite cannot also be true. We do believe some things are false. Our guide in this discussion
is the revealed truth of God in His Word. So while your son or daughter will certainly be introduced (at the appropriate
age) to issues they will face outside these walls - moral integrity, tolerance, evolution, modern views of
sexuality, role of government in our lives, responsibility of fathers or mothers, ethics, use of technology, etc. - you
can rest assured they will be directed to the source of truth to find the right answers.
I encourage you, as a parent, to have these discussions as well with your child.
Remember, our role is to assist families in equipping students.
Blessings.
Dr. Joseph Beeson
Superintendent
Upcoming Events can be found on page 12
The Word
of the Lord
Stands
Forever
1 Peter 1:25

Elementary News
Preschool - 6th Grade Information
By Mrs. Stock
Dear Families,
A word has stuck with me the last several days as I have been reflecting on the Christmas season.
LIGHT... we see it in the star we put on top of our Christmas trees, in the soft glow of the advent candles we
reflect over each Sunday and in the Christmas decorations that adorn houses this time of year. LIGHT... the reminder
that Christ IS the LIGHT of the world sent to bring us out of darkness.
We at Lake Center Christian School are praying that the true meaning of the season would radiate in the hearts
and minds of our students and families. We are so thankful for you. Have a wonderful week.
A few reminders;
• Please check lost and found for missing items. Those remaining will be donated over break.
• 5 th /6 th grade Christmas Program is Thursday, December 13 th at 7:00 PM in the Cafenasium. It is our last concert
for this Christmas Season.
• December 20 th will be Christmas Sweater Wear. We will be having a Christmas Assembly that day at 10:00
AM to celebrate and say thank you to our families and students for their continued support.
• December 21 st is the last day of the quarter.
• December 21 st is a half day. There is after school care for those who need it. Please contact Mrs. Stock, if you
plan on participating.
Just a reminder that Door 4 is only to be used for drop off and pick up. If you sign in at the Central Lobby before
the end of the day please remember to sign out and exit there so that we are able to maintain a secure environment
and have an awareness of who is in the building at all times. Thank you
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ELEMENTARY ROBOTICS TEAMS:
The All Girls Team will compete again this Saturday, December 15 at The Akron University.
CHARACTER COUNTS - HONESTY
The following Students were honored for December for their character of
Honesty.
Kindergarten - Jackson Bulgrin and Ayreana Rippey
First Grade - Matthew Parise and Connor Wright
Second Grade - Audrey Mihal and Isaiah Belcher
Third Grade - Nell Craig and Simon Humphrey
Fourth Grade - Landen Griffing and Anna Brooks
Fifth Grade - Kate Eby and Justin Ott
Sixth Grade - David Gerber and Gabi Anderson
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Dear Parents:
Secondary News
Junior High/High School
Secondary Principal/Campus Pastor
Mr. Jeff Knori
Upcoming High School Exams:
There will be no excused absences during High School Exams. Please do not make any appointments for your
child December 19-21. Exam Schedules were emailed out this week and also available on this link. Schedule
change reminder: High School students will be dismissed at 11:00am on exam days. Study hall accommodations
will be provided each day for Secondary bus riders.
Our school uses Securly to keep students safe on their school-issued devices. Securly provides the school with
reporting for student internet activity. With this software, we also have the ability to give you access to Securly-
HOME.
SecurlyHOME is the parent tool that:
• Provides you the parent with access to student internet activity reports for activity both on and off campus
• Allows for you to further restrict or loosen restrictions for internet use when your child is off campus.
A “Welcome Email” was sent from Securly last week.You will be able to download the App and access the online
Parent Portal. You’ll also start to receive a weekly email report each Monday containing a sample of your child’s
online activity over the previous week.
If you should have any questions or require assistance in accessing the SecurlyHOME app or the Parent Portal,
please contact Heidi Roberts, Director of Educational Technology, at hroberts@lccs.com Page 3

School News
Attendance REMINDER per the Student Handbook:
Parents must call the office by 8:00 AM on the morning of any unplanned absences. Please use the “Attendance
Hotline” to notify the office of unplanned absences or late arrival to school. Leave a brief message stating the
student’s name, grade, reason for absence and the person making the call. Attendance Hotline: 330-587-0200.
Tigers Den order pick up date is this Friday, December 14 th from 8:00 AM -
3:00 PM in the Central Lobby.
We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing Lake Center spirit
wear around town! Keep an eye on the school sign and app for open Den
hours on Fridays! If you have any questions, email Lezly Fritz at mlfritz3@
gmail.com.
AUCTION REMINDER:
The AUCTION is coming on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Donations
are being accepted now. We will have a Kid’s Auction,
our Silent Auction (Mini-Tables), and Live Auction will begin
at 5:30 PM. Sponsorships are available to purchase on line
at www.lccs.com/auction. We offer a Business Sponsorship
for $800 or a Family Sponsorship for $300 - includes dinner
tickets. We are looking for technology, games, toys, furniture,
tickets to events, tools, gift cards, etc. Adventure or experiences are very valuable and loved!
Check out the website and watch for information coming to your mailbox soon!
Attention Milk Drinkers: We Need Your Help!
Our PTF is holding a Winter Fair in February. We are in need of 500 milk jugs. Please wash, sanitize and dry ½
gallon and gallon jugs. In addition, we need extra milk jug caps. Please drop them off at the Advancement Office.
There is still time to be a part of the LCCS Ski Club this season!! Enroll at www.bmbw.com/club-program. Login:
lccs; Password: wish4snow. Students must be age 8 by January 1, 2019 to participate.
If you have purchased a season pass, please contact one of the advisors so
we can still add you to the Ski Club! If you have any questions or your child needs
help with transportation, please contact the advisors, Mrs. Hudak at denise.hudak@gmail.com
or 330-414-0963 or Mr. Domer at ddomer65@gmail.com 330-
437-7167.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Choral Teacher Position: Please encourage anyone who may be qualified
and interested to become our new Choir Director, please go here to submit
an application.
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Guidance Office News
Did You Know?
Senior High School has an Academic Handbook that is loaded with a lot of good information.
If you have an academic question, take a look in the book. Second semester
is soon approaching. If you have any questions about classes, the handbook has
descriptions of the classes offered. You will also find all of the academic information
you and your student need to navigate through high school. The handbook is located
on the LCCS website, under Academics and then Secondary Guidance.
ATTENTION SENIORS:
Just a reminder if you are applying to colleges, your transcript request needs to go
through Naviance. Email or phone requests will not be accepted. Naviance is how
we can track your transcript and make sure it is received by your college. If you are
unsure how to request through Naviance, please refer to google classroom “Guidance Office News” where you
will find the step-by-step process.
Elementary
Guidance Office News
Thank you to everyone who brought in items for the Toiletry Drive! What a wonderful
way to Love Our Community this Christmas season! The Leadership Team
took 12 bags filled with toiletries to Love Our
Community! Thank you, Elementary families,
for your generosity in donating these
items to families in need!
Holiday Help:
Need a little extra help this holiday season?
Lake Center is partnering with many wonderful
local organizations that can provide
help with Christmas gifts, special holiday
food, warm clothing, etc. Please contact Mrs. Keene at skeene@lccs.com
or Mrs. Bailey mbailey@lccs.com for more information or to be confidentially
connected with one of these programs.
3 rd and 5 th Grade Career Lessons:
All 3 rd and 5 th grade classes will be participating in Career Exploration lessons over the next few weeks. We are
excited to learn more about some potential careers that may lie ahead in our futures!
Preschool-2 nd Circle of Grace Lessons:
All Preschool to 2 nd grade classes will be participating in Circle of Grace lessons over the next few weeks. The Circle
of Grace curriculum focuses on teaching our students about personal safety. For more information on the Circle
of Grace program, including a curriculum overview, visit www.dovesnest.net/circleofgrace.
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Fine Art News
We would love for you to become one of our patrons - Corporate Sponsor for $100 or Individuals (three levels)
Renaissance, $100, Maestro $50, or Thespian $25.
To order photos from the Concerts/Events - Please use this website candids.lifetouch.com and the password:
LAKECENTERWP to see all the photos that have been taken so far this year at our events.
Christmas Program
Thursday, December 13 th is the Fifth and Sixth Grade Christmas Program in the Cafenasium at 7:00 PM
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LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN ATHLETICS
LCCS Varsity Athletics Weekly Review (Week of December 3):
CONCESSION STAND
Please note that the concession stand is now located in the Cafenasium for all winter sports contests! Kathy Fulk,
our new Food Service Director, is managing the indoor concession stand and has done a great job improving the
menu which has enhanced our overall game-day experience.
VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL
After opening up the season at 2-0, the Lady Tigers dropped their first game of the year against PTC-opponent,
Garrettsville Garfield. The Lady G-Men, who will finish near the top of the PTC standings, proved to be a great
challenge for the Lady Tigers by defeating them, 81-49. Kennedy Haubert led LCCS in scoring with her second
straight game of 21 points. Hannah Mang also paced the squad by scoring 15. Coach Keene and the Lady Tigers
will look to bounce back as they’ll be in action twice this coming week, taking on PTC-opponent, Rootstown, on
Wednesday, and will then play host to Mansfield Christian on Saturday.
Week Results: Garfield Lady G-Men (L, 49-81)
VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL
The Tigers earned their second straight victory in a thriller against the always-competitive St. Thomas Aquinas
Knights. In a tied ballgame and just seconds remaining, Blake Sommers stole the ball from the Knights and scored
a fastbreak layup to take the lead. The Tigers were then able to get one more defensive stop to secure the 49-47 victory.
Adam Nowak led the Tigers in scoring with 14, while Payton Triplett added 11. The Tigers will take their 2-0
record to Garrettsville Garfield this coming Tuesday and will then play host to Springfield on Saturday.
Week Results: St. Thomas Aquinas Knights (W, 49-47)
Follow us on Twitter for all news, updates and results surrounding LCCS Athletics: @lccsTIGERS
SCHEDULE
All Events
12/10/2018 to 12/15/2018
Lake Center Christian School
12893 Kaufman Ave. NW
Hartville, OH 44632
Shane Byler
330-877-2049
Monday, December 10
4:00 PM Girls 7th Basketball Mogadore Jr HS Home
4:30 PM Boys 7th Basketball Mogadore Jr HS Away
5:00 PM Girls 8th Basketball Mogadore Jr HS Home
5:30 PM Boys 8th Basketball Mogadore Jr HS Away
Tuesday, December 11
5:00 PM Girls 7th Basketball Windham High School Home
5:30 PM Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Garfield HS-Garrettsville Away
6:00 PM Girls 8th Basketball Windham High School Home
7:00 PM Boys Varsity Basketball Garfield HS-Garrettsville Away
Wednesday, December 12
5:00 PM Girls 7th Basketball Postponed- Windham High School Home
5:30 PM Girls Junior Varsity Basketball Rootstown High School Away
6:00 PM Girls 8th Basketball Postponed- Windham High School Home
7:00 PM Girls Varsity Basketball Rootstown High School Away
Thursday, December 13
No events scheduled
Friday, December 14
No events scheduled
Saturday, December 15
1:00 PM Girls Varsity Basketball Mansfield Christian School Home
5:30 PM Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Springfield HS (Akron) Home
7:00 PM Boys Varsity Basketball Springfield HS (Akron) Home
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Advancement/Admissions Office
PTF News
Prayer Partners will meet on December 18 at 8:00 AM
Please join us to pray for our Families. All are welcome to attend. We have Parents
and Grandparents praying together. Please come to the Club Room in the Cafenasium
for this prayer meeting.
Christmas helpers who would be willing to help us take down all the Christmas decorations
are needed on January 3, 2019 from 10 - ? to get the school ready for the new
semester. If you would be able to come and help us take down the Christmas trees, the
hall decorations, and all the wreaths, we would love to have you. Bring your kids and
RSVP. I’ll order lunch, and if you have left-over Christmas Cookies, please bring them
to share. Questions? Please contact Kim Beavers at kbeavers@lccs.com or call 330-877-2049 ext. 304.
EARN INCOME FOR LCCS WHILE SHOPPING FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS!
Please participate in the following programs to help generate funds for Lake Center Christian School. Get your
friends and family to help, too!
ONLY A COUPLE OF WEEKS LEFT!!! PLEASE TURN IN YOUR Acme Receipts so we can send them in
for 5% Cash Back: This program started August 1, and runs through December 29, 2018. The Community
Cash Back program earns easy dollars for our school every time you shop.
If you shop Shutterfly, LCCS will earn 8% of your purchase. Please use this link
(LCCS.SHUTTERFLYSTOREFRONT.COM) to order from Shutterfly or link
your account with our account for us to earn the 8% Commission.
B5L845561.
SCRIP was started at LCCS to help our families earn tuition credits while purchasing everyday
items. All orders and payments are done online at www.shopwithscrip.com. They offer
more than 700 vendors to buy gift cards from. Orders received by Sunday will be available
for pickup on Wednesday. Over 250 vendors will email the gift card to you in minutes
or to your mobile device using www.MyScripWallet.com. Our enrollment code is B1FC-
Amazonsmile: smile.amazon.com/ch/34-0973906 Designate LCCS as your charity and earn money for the
school every time you shop! This is a huge opportunity for fundraising if everyone participates.
Here are the Box Top Numbers turned in to date. Some parents were asking about the different
Grades:
Preschool - Kindergarten - 309
First and Second - 562
Third and Fourth - 603
Jr/Sr. High - 1351
Total for all Groups - 3075
Please contact the Advancement Office at 330-877-2049 if you have any ideas, questions, or would like to assist
with upcoming events.
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THE GIFT OF A CHRISTIAN SCHOOL EDUCATION
In the spirit of giving this Christmas Season, Lake Center Christian School continues
to take an offering at each Christmas program. All money collected goes completely for
TUITION ASSISTANCE. Our mission is to “assist Christian families and their churches
in equipping students for lifelong learning and service to Christ.” Our desire is that every
family who would like to have their students be part of the Lake Center Christian School,
can afford to send them. We do not want cost to be a barrier to an education centered in
Jesus Christ. Please consider how you can help us in continuing our mission.
Christmas Program Offerings Report
18-19 Christmas Programs $ 9,389.00 (as of December 7, 2018)
17-18 Total $12,006.48
16-17 Total $ 8,817.84
Tuition Assistance was accepted by 33 families for 48 students in 2018-2019. Total given out for 2018-2019 in
tuition assistance is $106,246.
It is with grateful hearts that the Lord has allowed tuition assistance giving to increase along with our growing
student enrollment. Thank you for your generous gifts that continue to make Christian school education possible
for so many students and their families. We thank you for your continued remembrance of Lake Center
Christian School in your prayers as we all celebrate the true reason for this blessed season, Jesus Christ our Lord!
Peer to Peer Update: Our total for that event through our Peer-to-Peer effort is
$20,502.
Both the PreSchool-3 rd grades and the 4 th -6 th grades exceeded their $5,000 goals.
A special celebration day is being planned with an assembly and Christmas
sweaters. Here is the announcement from Mrs. Stock. “I wanted to make you
aware of a special event that is happening on December 20 th . Due to the response
at elementary for Giving Tuesday we have decided to have a fun celebration to say WOOHOO good for you!!!!!”
CHIP RICHTER will be here on December 20 th at 10:00 AM. We will plan for about an hour of him performing
and singing. It will be Christmas sweater day:). Parents are welcome to join us for this joyful celebration.
The Peer-to-Peer teams are still collecting money for our Cafenasium project. Every team that reaches $5000
will receive a reward that is chosen by that team. There will also be a Super Reward for the team that brings in
the most by midnight New Year’s Eve.
In addition to our Peer-to Peer effort, which goes towards End of Year Giving, we are encouraged that gifts continue
to come in for End of Year Giving. $64,289.05 has been collected so far. Watch the Goal Meter at lccs.com
to see our progress in raising the $600,000 needed to fully fund the rest of the Cafenasium project. Please pray
with us for Open Hearts to complete this project that is so vital for our ongoing ministry to students.
Donations can be made at lccs.com or brought/mailed to the school.
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Upcoming Events
T.R.I.B.E. is an after school club
for all 1 st - 4 th graders!
Do you like to Sing? Act? Dance?
Have fun with friends?
Then T.R.I.B.E. is a great place to be! We meet weekly to prepare a musical, which will be performed
in the spring. This year’s show is called “God of this City”.
WHEN:
Fridays from 2:45-4:00 PM
BEGINS: Friday, January 18, 2019
WHERE:
COST:
Music Room
$40 - includes t-shirt, rehearsal CD, production costs, sundae reception
PERFORMANCE DATE: Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 3:00 PM.
CONTACT:
Jackie Gilin: jgilin@lakecenterchristian.org
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
NAME _____________________________
Grade ____ Teacher _________________
PARENT NAME(s)_______________________________ PHONE____________________
PARENT’ EMAIL: ________________________________________________________
T-shirt size-circle appropriate (youth) XS S M L XL
$40 paid by: _____cash _____check (please include payment with registration)
*Please return to Mrs. Lolli by Wednesday January 11 th . Mark “TRIBE” on envelope.
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T.R.I.B.E Schedule
Weekly rehearsals will be held on the following Fridays:
1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 4/5, 4/12
NOTE: We will NOT have practice on the “early dismissal” or “no school” days.
Special practices the week of performance will be held at the Kaufman Center:
Mon. April 22 nd Full rehearsal until 4:00 PM
Wed. April 24 th Dress rehearsal until 4:30 PM
Thurs. April 25 th Elementary performance 1:00-2:00 PM
Fri. April 26 th Grandparents Day (gym)-1 song 11:00 AM
Sat. April 27 th Performance 3:00 PM
NOTE:
Although the entire group will be singing together during the performance, there are other
opportunities for students to be involved. Please check the area(s) of involvement that
would be of interest to your child:
_____ Interpretive Dance – performed with a group
_____ Speaking part (Cast) – performed alone; memorization required
_____ Pantomime – performed with no speaking
_____ Scripture memorization – spoken during performance; memorization required
_____ Solo – performed alone; memorization required
_____ Duet/trio – performed with other students
_____ My child is currently in “Junior Strings” – Optional strings opportunity with group
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December 13
December 13
December 14
December 14
December 14
December 15
December 15
December 18
December 19 - 21
December 20
December 21
December 21
December 21
December 22 -
January 6, 2019
Upcoming Events
5 th /6 th Grade Christmas Program in Cafenasium at 7:00 PM
Model UN will compete from 5:30 - 8:30 PM at Lake Middle/High School
Model UN will compete from 5:30 - 9:30 PM at Lake Middle/
High School
Tigers Den Apparel Ready for Pick Up in the Central Lobby
Deliveries to Akron Hope and Glover Elementary by LCCS Staff/Students
Model UN will compete from 8:30 - 1:00 PM at Malone University Silk Auditorium,
Mitchell Hall
Girls Robotics Team Competes at Akron University
Prayer Partners meet in the Club Room at 8:00 AM in the Cafenasium
High School Exams from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM each day
Chip Richter Concert for Giving Tuesday Reward for Elementary Students
Christmas Celebrations in Elementary Classrooms
All School early dismissal at 11:30 AM
Alumni Basketball Game
Christmas Break
January 3 UnDeck the Halls from 10 AM- ?
Pre-orders accepted now.
We will contact you when they have arrived and are
ready for pick up.
LCCS
Attn. Advancement Office
12893 Kaufman Ave NW
Hartville OH 44632
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form with payment to the Advancement Office or
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